Americans have begun to understand that trouble does not start somewhere on the other side of town. It seems to originate inside the absolute middle of the homemade cherry pie.
June JordanMaybe the purpose of being here, wherever we are, is to increase the durability and occasions of love among and between peoples.
June JordanBody and soul, Black America reveals the extreme questions of contemporary life, questions of freedom and identity: How can I be who I am?
June JordanOur earth is round, and, among other things, that means that you and I can hold completely different points of view and both be right. The difference of our positions will show stars in your window I cannot even imagine. Your sky may burn with light, while mine, at the same moment, spreads beautiful to darkness. Still we must choose how we separately corner the circling universe of our experience. Once chosen, our cornering will determine the message of any star and darkness we encounter.
June Jordan